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‘All Fun And Games’ Directors Ari Costa & Eren Celeboglu Talk Horror In Our Interview

From the directing duo of Ari Costa and Eren Celeboglu comes the new horror film All Fun and Games. Featuring an all-star cast that includes Natalia Dyer (“Stranger Things”), Asa Butterfield (“Sex Education”), Benjamin Evan Ainsworth (Pinocchio), Laurel Marsden (“Ms.Marvel”), Kolton Stewart(“Locke & Key”), and Annabeth Gish (“Midnight Mass”), the film puts a dark and deadly spin on children’s games. All Fun and Games explores the elements of the cruelty inherent in children’s games – Flashlight Tag, Hangman, Hide & Seek – and what happens when the games go too far. When a group of teens finds a cursed knife in the woods, they unleash an evil demon that will not rest until it’s claimed all of their lives and souls in a terrifying death match. After watching the film, which I really enjoyed, I sat down with Ari Costa and Eren Celeboglu to discuss this fantastic, frightening flick. Celeboglu has worked on a ton of great films and series,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 1, 2023

An Interview With ‘The Last Voyage Of The Demeter’s Production Designer Edward Thomas

When it comes to upcoming horror movies, one film at the top of everyone’s must-see list is director André Øvredal’s The Last Voyage of the Demeter, sinking its fangs into theaters on August 11, 2023. Inspired by a single chilling chapter, “The Captain’s Log,” from Bram Stoker’s classic novel Dracula, the movie tells the terrifying story of the merchant ship Demeter, which was chartered to carry private cargo—fifty unmarked wooden crates—from Carpathia to London, not knowing the horrors that await the crew. While everyone recognizes the names of the director and stars, it takes many others working behind the scene to bring movies to life. Edward Thomas, the Production Designer, is one of those people. I had the pleasure of talking with Edward about his vital role in making this film and what went into bringing the dark world of The Last Voyage of the Demeter to life. You may not realize it, but you have seen Thomas’ work many

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 11, 2023

Special Effects Makeup Artist Göran Lundström Talks ‘The Last Voyage Of The Demeter’ In An Interview

With the premiere of The Last Voyage of the Demeter on the horizon this August, I sat down with makeup artist Göran Lundström to discuss the incredible transformation of Javier Botet into Dracula. Directed by André Øvredal, the movie is based on a single chilling chapter, “The Captain’s Log,” from Bram Stoker’s classic novel Dracula, and tells the terrifying story of the merchant ship Demeter, which was chartered to carry private cargo—fifty unmarked wooden crates—from Carpathia to London. The crew boards the ship, not knowing the horrors that await them. The Last Voyage stars Corey Hawkins (In the Heights, Straight Outta Compton) as Clemens, a doctor who joins the Demeter crew, and Aisling Franciosi (Game of Thrones, The Nightingale) as an unwitting stowaway. Liam Cunningham (Game of Thrones, Clash of the Titans) as the ship’s captain, and David Dastmalchian (Dune, the Ant-Man franchise) as the ship’s first mate. You may not realize it, but you’ve seen a lot of Lundström’s

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 10, 2023

Director Daphné Baiwir Discusses New Documentary ‘King On Screen’ In Our Interview

The new documentary, King on Screen, dives into the film and TV adaptations of Stephen King’s iconic tales. Ahead of its release, I sat down with director Daphné Baiwir to discuss not only the documentary, which is fantastic, by the way, but also the legacy of King and the impressive list of filmmakers involved with the film. King on Screen introduces the filmmakers that have adapted Stephen King’s books and stories for cinema and TV, including Frank Darabont (Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, The Walking Dead), Tom Holland (The Langoliers, Chucky), Mick Garris (The Stand, Sleepwalkers) and Taylor Hackford (Dolores Claiborne, Ray). It also takes you behind the scenes and reveals the love they have for King’s work. King On Screen is a must-see for both fans of Stephen King and Cinema in general. It opens in select theaters on August 11, 2023, followed by its arrival On Demand and Blu-ray on September 8, 2023, from Dark Star Pictures.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 9, 2023

Director Carter Smith Discusses New Thriller ‘The Passenger’ In An Interview

There’s a new thriller headed your way that you must add to your watch list, The Passenger. It’s emotional and intense and will keep you on the edge of your seat, as well as have you invested in the relatable characters that are incredibly well-played by Kyle Gallner (Smile) and Johnny Berchtold (Tiny Beautiful Things) In The Passenger, a young man is forced to face his fears and confront his troubled past while trying to find a way to survive when his co-worker snaps and goes on a violent killing spree. The film, directed by Carter Smith, who is also behind the 2008 horror film The Ruins and last year’s Swallowed, is set to be released this August. Ahead of its debut, I sat down with Carter to discuss The Passenger, which is an absolutely fantastic and gripping film, as well as his path to being a filmmaker and The Ruins. The Passenger arrives on DVD and Digital on August

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 31, 2023

Director Samuel Bodin Discusses The Horrors Of ‘Cobweb’ In Our Interview

Truly creepy horror movies are few and far between these days, but one new movie, Cobweb, will leave you jumping at every creek and crack you hear in your house for days. In the film, “eight-year-old Peter (Woody Norman) is plagued by a tapping from inside his bedroom wall – a tapping that his parents insist is all in his imagination. As Peter’s fear intensifies, he believes his parents, played by Lizzy Caplan (“Castle Rock”) and Antony Starr (“The Boys”), could be hiding a terrible, dangerous, deadly secret.” I had the pleasure of discussing Cobweb with its director, Samuel Bodin. While the film marks his directorial film debut, Bodin is no stranger to unnerving horror. He delivered frights, chills, and thrills in his absolutely fantastic and creepy AF 2019 series “Marianne,” which I called “the best thing in horror to happen to Netflix this year” in my review. Here’s what Bodin had to say about Cobweb, which is guaranteed to

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 17, 2023

“Horror Of Dolores Roach” Star Discusses The New Series In Our Interview

Blumhouse’s new killer series “The Horror of Dolores Roach” has now premiered on Prime Video. In the series, created by Aaron Mark, Dolores Roach (Justina Machado) is released after an unjust 16-year prison sentence, and she returns to a gentrified Washington Heights. Dolores reunites with an old stoner friend, Luis (Alejandro Hernandez), who lets her live and work as a masseuse in the basement under his empanada shop. When the promise of her newfound stability is quickly threatened, “Magic Hands” Dolores is driven to shocking extremes to survive. We sat down for an interview with the series’ star, Justina Machado, who has appeared in films such as The Purge: Anarchy, The Call, and Final Destination 2, as well as series such as “Six Feet Under,” “E.R.,” and “Jane the Virgin,” to discuss the series, her character, cannibalism, and more.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 8, 2023

Series Creator Aaron Mark Talks ‘The Horror Of Dolores Roach’ In Our Interview

There are a lot of perks to my job, including seeing things before they premiere, which is the case with “The Horror of Dolores Roach,” Prime Video’s new series that premieres today (7/7). Without giving out any spoilers, I’m going to go ahead and tell you now it is, without a doubt, one of the best new series of the year. “The Horror of Dolores Roach” stars Justina Machado, who is absolutely perfect for her role. Alejandro Hernandez, Kita Updike, and K. Todd Freeman also star. In the series, Dolores Roach (Justina Machado) is released after an unjust 16-year prison sentence, and she returns to a gentrified Washington Heights. Dolores reunites with an old stoner friend, Luis (Alejandro Hernandez), who lets her live and work as a masseuse in the basement under his empanada shop. When the promise of her newfound stability is quickly threatened, “Magic Hands” Dolores is driven to shocking extremes to survive. Another perk to my gig

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 6, 2023

Rue Morgue Founder & Filmmaker Rodrigo Gudiño Talks ‘The Breach’ In An Interview

In 1997, Rodrigo Gudiño founded the horror/music magazine Rue Morgue, which has since become an iconic staple in the genre. But that’s not all he’s been up to. Somehow he has found the time to become a filmmaker as well. His latest film, The Breach, is set to be released this July. Let me tell you about The Breach. It follows John Hawkins, who is in his last days as Chief of Police in the tiny town of Lone Crow, deep in the woods of Northern Ontario. But when a mangled body with strange wounds is found on the shores of the Porcupine River, he’s pulled into a horrific mystery filled with black magic. And the soundtrack features the iconic Guns N’ Roses Guitarist and Rock God, Slash, who also serves as an Executive Producer. I had the pleasure of talking with Gudiño and discussing his magazine, The Breach, and his next film. The Breach premieres on Digital and VOD

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 30, 2023

Producer Daemon Hillin Talks ‘The Flood’ And More In Our Interview

The new film, The Flood, has a lot going on. It has elements of a natural disaster movie, a prison break movie, and a creature feature, which will keep you on your toes. Directed by Brandon Stagle and written by Chad Law and Josh Ridgway, The Flood sees a horde of hungry alligators unleashed on a group of in-transit prisoners and their guards after a massive hurricane floods Louisiana. Casper Van Dien (Starship Troopers), Nicky Whelan (Hall Pass), and Louis Mandylor (“Friends”) star in this action-packed indie flick. I sat down with the film’s producer, Daemon Hillin, to talk about The Flood, what it means to be a producer, as well as his upcoming projects. Hillin has produced a horde of indie horror films, such as Death of Me, directed by Darren Lynn Bousman, the shark movie Man Eater, and last year’s The Long Night, to name a few. Here’s what Daemon Hilling had to say. Be sure to check

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 19, 2023

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‘All Fun And Games’ Directors Ari Costa & Eren Celeboglu Talk Horror In Our Interview

From the directing duo of Ari Costa and Eren Celeboglu comes the new horror film All Fun and Games. Featuring an all-star cast that includes Natalia Dyer (“Stranger Things”), Asa Butterfield (“Sex Education”), Benjamin Evan Ainsworth (Pinocchio), Laurel Marsden (“Ms.Marvel”), Kolton Stewart(“Locke & Key”), and Annabeth Gish (“Midnight Mass”), the film puts a dark and deadly spin on children’s games. All Fun and Games explores the elements of the cruelty inherent in children’s games – Flashlight Tag, Hangman, Hide & Seek – and what happens when the games go too far. When a group of teens finds a cursed knife in the woods, they unleash an evil demon that will not rest until it’s claimed all of their lives and souls in a terrifying death match. After watching the film, which I really enjoyed, I sat down with Ari Costa and Eren Celeboglu to discuss this fantastic, frightening flick. Celeboglu has worked on a ton of great films and series,

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 1, 2023

An Interview With ‘The Last Voyage Of The Demeter’s Production Designer Edward Thomas

When it comes to upcoming horror movies, one film at the top of everyone’s must-see list is director André Øvredal’s The Last Voyage of the Demeter, sinking its fangs into theaters on August 11, 2023. Inspired by a single chilling chapter, “The Captain’s Log,” from Bram Stoker’s classic novel Dracula, the movie tells the terrifying story of the merchant ship Demeter, which was chartered to carry private cargo—fifty unmarked wooden crates—from Carpathia to London, not knowing the horrors that await the crew. While everyone recognizes the names of the director and stars, it takes many others working behind the scene to bring movies to life. Edward Thomas, the Production Designer, is one of those people. I had the pleasure of talking with Edward about his vital role in making this film and what went into bringing the dark world of The Last Voyage of the Demeter to life. You may not realize it, but you have seen Thomas’ work many

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 11, 2023

Special Effects Makeup Artist Göran Lundström Talks ‘The Last Voyage Of The Demeter’ In An Interview

With the premiere of The Last Voyage of the Demeter on the horizon this August, I sat down with makeup artist Göran Lundström to discuss the incredible transformation of Javier Botet into Dracula. Directed by André Øvredal, the movie is based on a single chilling chapter, “The Captain’s Log,” from Bram Stoker’s classic novel Dracula, and tells the terrifying story of the merchant ship Demeter, which was chartered to carry private cargo—fifty unmarked wooden crates—from Carpathia to London. The crew boards the ship, not knowing the horrors that await them. The Last Voyage stars Corey Hawkins (In the Heights, Straight Outta Compton) as Clemens, a doctor who joins the Demeter crew, and Aisling Franciosi (Game of Thrones, The Nightingale) as an unwitting stowaway. Liam Cunningham (Game of Thrones, Clash of the Titans) as the ship’s captain, and David Dastmalchian (Dune, the Ant-Man franchise) as the ship’s first mate. You may not realize it, but you’ve seen a lot of Lundström’s

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 10, 2023

Director Daphné Baiwir Discusses New Documentary ‘King On Screen’ In Our Interview

The new documentary, King on Screen, dives into the film and TV adaptations of Stephen King’s iconic tales. Ahead of its release, I sat down with director Daphné Baiwir to discuss not only the documentary, which is fantastic, by the way, but also the legacy of King and the impressive list of filmmakers involved with the film. King on Screen introduces the filmmakers that have adapted Stephen King’s books and stories for cinema and TV, including Frank Darabont (Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, The Walking Dead), Tom Holland (The Langoliers, Chucky), Mick Garris (The Stand, Sleepwalkers) and Taylor Hackford (Dolores Claiborne, Ray). It also takes you behind the scenes and reveals the love they have for King’s work. King On Screen is a must-see for both fans of Stephen King and Cinema in general. It opens in select theaters on August 11, 2023, followed by its arrival On Demand and Blu-ray on September 8, 2023, from Dark Star Pictures.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 9, 2023

Director Carter Smith Discusses New Thriller ‘The Passenger’ In An Interview

There’s a new thriller headed your way that you must add to your watch list, The Passenger. It’s emotional and intense and will keep you on the edge of your seat, as well as have you invested in the relatable characters that are incredibly well-played by Kyle Gallner (Smile) and Johnny Berchtold (Tiny Beautiful Things) In The Passenger, a young man is forced to face his fears and confront his troubled past while trying to find a way to survive when his co-worker snaps and goes on a violent killing spree. The film, directed by Carter Smith, who is also behind the 2008 horror film The Ruins and last year’s Swallowed, is set to be released this August. Ahead of its debut, I sat down with Carter to discuss The Passenger, which is an absolutely fantastic and gripping film, as well as his path to being a filmmaker and The Ruins. The Passenger arrives on DVD and Digital on August

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 31, 2023

Director Samuel Bodin Discusses The Horrors Of ‘Cobweb’ In Our Interview

Truly creepy horror movies are few and far between these days, but one new movie, Cobweb, will leave you jumping at every creek and crack you hear in your house for days. In the film, “eight-year-old Peter (Woody Norman) is plagued by a tapping from inside his bedroom wall – a tapping that his parents insist is all in his imagination. As Peter’s fear intensifies, he believes his parents, played by Lizzy Caplan (“Castle Rock”) and Antony Starr (“The Boys”), could be hiding a terrible, dangerous, deadly secret.” I had the pleasure of discussing Cobweb with its director, Samuel Bodin. While the film marks his directorial film debut, Bodin is no stranger to unnerving horror. He delivered frights, chills, and thrills in his absolutely fantastic and creepy AF 2019 series “Marianne,” which I called “the best thing in horror to happen to Netflix this year” in my review. Here’s what Bodin had to say about Cobweb, which is guaranteed to

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 17, 2023

“Horror Of Dolores Roach” Star Discusses The New Series In Our Interview

Blumhouse’s new killer series “The Horror of Dolores Roach” has now premiered on Prime Video. In the series, created by Aaron Mark, Dolores Roach (Justina Machado) is released after an unjust 16-year prison sentence, and she returns to a gentrified Washington Heights. Dolores reunites with an old stoner friend, Luis (Alejandro Hernandez), who lets her live and work as a masseuse in the basement under his empanada shop. When the promise of her newfound stability is quickly threatened, “Magic Hands” Dolores is driven to shocking extremes to survive. We sat down for an interview with the series’ star, Justina Machado, who has appeared in films such as The Purge: Anarchy, The Call, and Final Destination 2, as well as series such as “Six Feet Under,” “E.R.,” and “Jane the Virgin,” to discuss the series, her character, cannibalism, and more.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 8, 2023

Series Creator Aaron Mark Talks ‘The Horror Of Dolores Roach’ In Our Interview

There are a lot of perks to my job, including seeing things before they premiere, which is the case with “The Horror of Dolores Roach,” Prime Video’s new series that premieres today (7/7). Without giving out any spoilers, I’m going to go ahead and tell you now it is, without a doubt, one of the best new series of the year. “The Horror of Dolores Roach” stars Justina Machado, who is absolutely perfect for her role. Alejandro Hernandez, Kita Updike, and K. Todd Freeman also star. In the series, Dolores Roach (Justina Machado) is released after an unjust 16-year prison sentence, and she returns to a gentrified Washington Heights. Dolores reunites with an old stoner friend, Luis (Alejandro Hernandez), who lets her live and work as a masseuse in the basement under his empanada shop. When the promise of her newfound stability is quickly threatened, “Magic Hands” Dolores is driven to shocking extremes to survive. Another perk to my gig

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 6, 2023

Rue Morgue Founder & Filmmaker Rodrigo Gudiño Talks ‘The Breach’ In An Interview

In 1997, Rodrigo Gudiño founded the horror/music magazine Rue Morgue, which has since become an iconic staple in the genre. But that’s not all he’s been up to. Somehow he has found the time to become a filmmaker as well. His latest film, The Breach, is set to be released this July. Let me tell you about The Breach. It follows John Hawkins, who is in his last days as Chief of Police in the tiny town of Lone Crow, deep in the woods of Northern Ontario. But when a mangled body with strange wounds is found on the shores of the Porcupine River, he’s pulled into a horrific mystery filled with black magic. And the soundtrack features the iconic Guns N’ Roses Guitarist and Rock God, Slash, who also serves as an Executive Producer. I had the pleasure of talking with Gudiño and discussing his magazine, The Breach, and his next film. The Breach premieres on Digital and VOD

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 30, 2023

Producer Daemon Hillin Talks ‘The Flood’ And More In Our Interview

The new film, The Flood, has a lot going on. It has elements of a natural disaster movie, a prison break movie, and a creature feature, which will keep you on your toes. Directed by Brandon Stagle and written by Chad Law and Josh Ridgway, The Flood sees a horde of hungry alligators unleashed on a group of in-transit prisoners and their guards after a massive hurricane floods Louisiana. Casper Van Dien (Starship Troopers), Nicky Whelan (Hall Pass), and Louis Mandylor (“Friends”) star in this action-packed indie flick. I sat down with the film’s producer, Daemon Hillin, to talk about The Flood, what it means to be a producer, as well as his upcoming projects. Hillin has produced a horde of indie horror films, such as Death of Me, directed by Darren Lynn Bousman, the shark movie Man Eater, and last year’s The Long Night, to name a few. Here’s what Daemon Hilling had to say. Be sure to check

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 19, 2023
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